Jesus Christ Superstar (musical)

The best way to start your Fourth of July weekend is with the Asheville, N.C., Yo Mama's Big Fat Booty Band and The Funk Ark performing tonight at The Hamilton in the nation's capital (8:30 p.m.). This crazy, fun show features outrageous costumes and deep, high energy funk-soul-rap. Mary "Mama Funk" Frances on keyboard and keytar is joined by Al "Sweet Nasty" Ingram on bass and Derrick "Dr. Ock" Johnson on trombone. JP "Smoke Machine" Miller sets your soul on fire on guitar while Lee "Insta Funk" Allen bangs the drums. The Funk Ark is a nine-piece Afro-beat inspired ensemble that channels James Brown with vintage style and a...

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